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15 1/2' Long Yew Wood Breakfront
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An extremely long bookcase of double-breakfronted form. Rare for the use of exceedingly figured burr yew wood veneers throughout. The astragals of the 12-pane glazed doors are fashioned out of solid yew. With an out-swept cornice featuring a strip of thumbnail molding above dentil-molding. The waist embellished with a band of blind fretwork in the form of connected diamonds and rings. Retaining an outstandng color and patina. Probably built originally as a built-in bookcase.
- Dimensions:Height: 95.5 in (242.57 cm)Width: 186 in (472.44 cm)Depth: 17 in (43.18 cm)
- Style:George III (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1770
- Condition:Replacements made: Ends are likely veneered later and the returns on the cornice may be replaced as this piece was likely originally a built-in bookcase. The backs of the lower section are later. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Harrodsburg, KY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU10299246710582
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